Unit 686 is a Space Pirate mentioned in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes. An injury report in Bioenergy Production in the Space Pirate mining facility in the Agon Wastes states that he released a Tallon Metroid for use as target practice, and was assaulted by this Metroid. Somehow, he survived the attack, but was left with brain damage that would heal in a cycle. What becomes of Unit 686 is unknown.
Official data
Scan (Bioenergy Production)
"Injury Report 07.200.07
Unit 686 released a Metroid for target practice today: the Metroid then assaulted 686. He should be regaining brain functions in a cycle."